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RPL Diploma of Fitness

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Save yourself time and money!  Do you have a current exercise rehabilitation related qualification or work experience?  You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning for part of, or the entire Diploma of Fitness.

To apply for recognition of prior learning, download a copy of the application form found at the bottom of this page and follow these instructions:
  1. Review the units of competency included in the module / course
  2. Complete the RPL form in detail, providing verified evidence supporting your competency in the individual units. The evidence must be original documents or verified copies and may include:
  3. Review the units of competency included in the module / course
    Complete the RPL form in detail, providing verified evidence supporting your competency in the individual units. The evidence must be original documents or verified copies and may include:
    1. Statements of results from previous University courses
    2. Course / module / subject outlines indicating content of University subjects
    3. Duty statements and work responsibilities
      Sample documents confirming managerial experience including staff performance appraisals, risk and project management
    4. Testimonials from clients
      Samples of programs designed for clients based on referrals and medical information from other health professionals
      Samples of programs for athletes or sportspeople including advanced training concepts and periodisation
  4. Submit the form with $75 per module for which you are applying for exemption (or a total maximum of $300). The $75 fee will be deducted from the module fee if exemption is not granted and you enrol in the module or course.
    Please note that you must satisfy the requirements of all units of competency within the stage to be granted RPL for that module. Partial exemption from a module is not granted.
  5. Send to:
    Fitnation
    Shop 40
    197 Bay St
    Brighton 3186
  6. Once the application has been processed, you will receive a letter notifying you of the outcome and the cost of completing the outstanding components of the course.

Please note, the documentation is kept by Fitnation. You are welcome to contact us should you require any assistance in completing the application.

Download Copy of RPL Form

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Please note, may of the units of the course require assessment to " be assessed in the context of fitness in Australia."

With this in mind please be aware that courses from overseas may not be accepted as evidence due to different standards of assessment, quality and industry specific differences

Testimonials

  • Cheryl (July 2009)

    The whole course and the presenters were fabulous.

  • Helen (July 2010)

    Everyone and everything was very helpful and obliging especially considering I did my course via correspondence (country Victoria).  There was always help and support at hand whenever I needed it and my assessments were attended to and marked quickly.

  • Samantha (July 2009)

    Thank you for the very inspiring course presenters.  The course surpassed my expectations.  I especially appreciated the on-call exam support.  I now have an awesome new qualification, new enthusiasm for health and fitness and a new way to help others and earn an income.  Fabulous!!